Michael A. Villano

Michael A Villano passed away peacefully on Thursday , November 7, 2024, surrounded by family in his home.  

  Born in Auburn, New York on December 8, 1953, Mike was the son of Joseph and Antoinette Villano. Mike lived in Auburn for the majority of his life where he was an avid car collector, and motorcycle enthusiast for many years. He belonged to the Prison City Ramblers, where he enjoyed and attended many events showing off his sports cars.

  One of Mike’s greatest passions was cooking. He worked at Villano’s Deli for many years with friends and family, where he created many recipes that his family still uses today. Mike spent endless hours cooking at Saint Francis Church, helping to organize and put on many events to support local churches and charitable events throughout the community.  Most importantly he enjoyed laughing and sharing stories in the kitchen at Saint Francis with some of his loyal friends and family. Mike was usually stirring the pot, and not the one that had sauce in it! 

  Mike will be remembered by friends and family as a very loyal person and committed to helping others. His countless hours dedicated to charitable events in his community of Auburn will not be forgotten by those who shared that time with him. He believed God gave us two hands. One to help ourselves and one to help others. 

  Mike finished his career employed at the Town Of Owasco, where he was dedicated and responsible for maintaining the town’s facilities and grounds to exceptional standards. His presence will be greatly missed by his co-workers. 

  Surviving are his children Joe Villano, Yvonne Villano- Hassett (Greg), and Michael A Villano II (Chrissy); his close companion Rosalind ‘Roz’ Fallat; 4 grandchildren,  Michael Villano III, Rocco Villano, Alexa Villano, and Joey Villano; Siblings, Marilyn (Rick) Pierce, Gail Garropy  and close companion Terry Ernest, Robert (Sharon) Villano and Joanne (Frank) Tomasi; as well as several special nieces, nephews and cousins. 

  A special thank you to family and friends who have been there throughout the years. He always appreciated your loyalty, love, and support. Also to his dedicated doctors and  caregivers whose care and compassion never wavered. 

  In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to Saint Francis Church. 
  Friends and relatives are invited to join the family at St. Francis Church, 299 Clark St., on Saturday, November 16th for Mike’s calling hours, 10am to 12:15pm, with his Mass to follow at 12:30pm. Entombment will follow at St. Joseph’s Mausoleum.

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